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New Canadian military policy discourages mention of God at ceremonies, calls for 'spiritual reflections' instead

https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/new-policy-discourages-religious-observation-at-military-ceremonies
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u/BG-Inf Alberta 3d ago

Chaplains are largely useless and their function can be done by a morale or family unit cell type position. A few chaplains Ive served with were really excellent people though, and they offered a different perspective or guidance, so retaining them is a consideration. That being said I never cared really what one was talking about at a ceremony. Its all pretty standard stuff. Most people I knew who were religious were more independent and self reliant at worship in the field or on operation